Michael Rinkovsky

Michael Rinkovsky, of Huguenot, fell asleep in the Lord on August 7, 2023. He was born in Czechoslovakia during World War 2. He completed several vocational and technical certifications and also served in the Czechoslovak Air Force where he trained in highly specialized operations including tactical air control and defense. In 1968, he immigrated to the United States and embraced the ideals of his newly adopted country. He quickly assimilated into American culture but continued to preserve and celebrate the traditions and customs he brought over with him from his native land. He was a parishioner of St. Mary Byzantine Catholic Church, NYC for well over 50 years. He began his career in banking in 1972 and through many mergers and spin-offs over the years, worked for various banks. He finally retired after 35 years of continuous service, ironically, from the very company he started at. After a life of hard work, retirement treated him well. At home, he spent most of his time outdoors maintaining his vegetable garden, fruit trees, and meticulous lawn and as soon as the town church bell would ring at 12 noon, he would go inside, open up one warm and one cold beer so he could enjoy the rest of the day his way. He enjoyed visits back to Slovakia to spend time with family and vacations at his second home in Florida where he played golf and spent long days at the beach. Wherever he was, he was the life of the party, entertaining family and friends with stories and songs, and sharing the lessons he learned from his life, his travels and from others. His incredible work ethic and grit fueled his greatest gift which was his desire and ability to take care of his family. Charity for him began at home, and he learned through the confluence of faith and work, that his dedication to his family would pay dividends perpetually. He is survived by his devoted wife of 50 years, Tina, loving daughter Monica, and his three greatest loves…grandchildren, Alexandra, Justin, and Ava. He was predeceased by son, Lado. Also survived by sisters, Maria Kmecova, Helena Hlinkova, brother Jan, as well as many beloved cousins, nephews, nieces, and lifelong friends. Blessed Repose…Vicnaja Jemu Pamjat. The family will receive friends from 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM with Parastas at 7:00 PM on Friday, August 11, 2023 at John Vincent Scalia Home for Funerals, Inc. 28 Eltingville Blvd. Staten Island, New York 10312 Divine Liturgy 9:15 AM on Saturday, August 12, 2023 at St. Mary Byzantine Catholic Church 246 East 15th St New York, NY 10003. Interment will follow at Greenwood Cemetery 500 25th St. Brooklyn, NY 11232

Michael Rinkovsky

November 28, 1942 - August 7, 2023